Emily grew up on the East side of the state before attending Grand Valley State University & calling Grand Rapids home. She graduated with a degree in Wildlife Biology & Environmental Sustainability. Emily has over 4  years of experience in the professional pet boarding/dog day care/veterinary field in and has also worked in avian and wildlife care. She specializes in assessing a dog’s temperament and finding them a best friend. Emily has a soft spot for shy dogs; her favorite part of the job is helping them come out of their shells and see their silly personalities shine through once they warm up. Her favorite dog breeds are collies -- but only because her own pup, Arnie, is a rough collie! She also has a cat named Pickles and a love for sassy kitties.

Emily spends her free time hiking, looking for fun critters, thrift shopping, reading, and camping. All of the pets at Brooknelle LOVE Emily and so do we!